UPDATE 2/24/2021: Library buildings remain closed at this time. We will be reopening with limited capacity and services on March 1, 2021. Check wcls.org/info for updates. Curbside and online services are available.
To ensure the health of our community, we are following Gov. Jay Inslee’s Healthy Washington plan and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Whatcom County Health Department. Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) buildings will re-open to the public Monday, March 1, 2021. The county libraries will have modified services, limited hours, and entry requirements for in-person visits. Curbside pickup of library materials will continue. Read about building entry requirements here.
CURRENT LIBRARY SERVICES
DIGITAL SERVICES: Explore eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming movies and music, databases, and more at wcls.org/digital-content.
CURBSIDE PICKUP: Reserve materials and pick them up curbside. Don’t know what you want? Call us. We’ll put together a bag of books, DVDs, and more based on your interests. Please allow 24 hours for fulfillment. Find out more here.
PRINTING: Call your local branch to arrange document printing and pickup.
WIFI AND LAPTOPS: We offer free WiFi, including access from library parking lots. You can borrow a library laptop for use on library property. One hour limit, based on availability.
ONLINE EVENTS: You can find lots to do on our events calendar, wcls.org/happenings.
LIBRARY OPEN HOURS
(STARTING MARCH 1, 2021)
Library Open Hours
In-Person visits to all Whatcom County Libraries officially begin on March 1, 2021| Branch | Day and Time | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blaine | Mon-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - - | 360-305-3637 |
| Deming | Mon-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - | 360-592-2422 |
| Everson | Mon-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - | 360-966-5100 |
| Ferndale | Mon-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - | 360-384-3647 |
| Island | Tues 1:00 PM-7:00 PM Thurs 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM - - - - | 360-758-7145 |
| Lynden | Mon-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - | 360-354-4883 |
| N. Fork | Tues-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - - | 360-599-2020 |
| NW Drive Library Express | - - - | 360-305-3600 |
| Pt. Roberts | Tues 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Wed & Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM - - - | 360-305-3642 |
| S. Whatcom | Tues-Sat 1:00 PM-5:00 PM - - - - | 360-305-3632 |
| Sumas | Mon 12:00 PM-5:00 PM Wed 12:00 PM-7:00 PM Sat 12:00 PM-5:00 PM - - - - | 360-988-2501 |
| Mobile Svcs Bkmobile | Glenhaven: Mon-3:00 – 7:00 pm Birch Bay: Wed-3:00 – 7:00 pm Wickersham: Thurs-3:00 – 5:00 pm Lake Samish: Thurs-5:30 – 7:00 pm | 360-305-3599 |
WCLS NEWS
- WCLS buildings reopen March 1 February 24, 2021
- WCLS closes library buildings November 23, 2020
- WCLS responds to Gov. Jay Inslee’s modified opening plan October 7, 2020
- WCLS offers curbside pickup and other library services for patrons during building closures August 4, 2020
- Online initiative gathers multimedia impressions of local life during COVID-19 June 8, 2020
- WCLS prepares for phased return to service June 3, 2020
- UPDATE 4/5/2020: WCLS closes branches to mitigate COVID-19 spread March 13, 2020
- UPDATE 3/10/2020 COVID-19 information and resources, library event cancellations March 6, 2020
HOLDS PICK UP SCHEDULES
Curbside Holds Pick Up Schedules
To schedule an appointment, call your library directly or call our main phone number (360-305-3600) Mon-Fri: 10am-6pm; Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 1pm-5pm.| Branch | Day and Time | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blaine | Mon-Thur: 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-305-3637 |
| Deming | Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-592-2422 |
| Everson | Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-966-5100 |
| Ferndale | Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM | 360-384-3647 |
| Island | Mon: No Holds Pickup Tues: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM Wed: No Holds Pickup Thurs: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Fri: No Holds Pickup Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-758-7145 |
| Lynden | Mon-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM | 360-354-4883 |
| N. Fork | Mon: No Holds Pickup Tues-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-599-2020 |
| NW Drive | Library Express access (scan library card to enter) Daily: 6:00 AM-11:00 PM | 360-305-3600 |
| Pt. Roberts | Library Express access Daily: 6:00 AM-11:00 PM Curbside Pickup Hours: Tues 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Wed & Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 360-305-3642 |
| S. Whatcom | Mon: No Holds Pickup Tues-Wed: 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Thurs-Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-305-3632 |
| Sumas | Mon: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Tues: No Holds Pickup Wed: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Thurs: No Holds Pickup Fri: No Holds Pickup Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sun: No Holds Pickup | 360-988-2501 |
| Mobile Svcs Bkmobile | Glenhaven: Mon-3:00 – 7:00 pm Birch Bay: Wed-3:00 – 7:00 pm Wickersham: Thurs-3:00 – 5:00 pm Lake Samish: Thurs-5:30 – 7:00 pm | 360-305-3599 |
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